Boston Police Arrest Man for Chinatown Bank Robberies
A 68-year-old suspect faces an armed robbery charge after allegedly targeting three banks in under 30 minutes.
Updated on Oct. 25, 2026 in Property Crime
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Police in Boston arrested Anthony Matarazzo following a series of alleged bank robberies in the city's Chinatown neighborhood on October 24. Authorities detained the suspect at a Bank of America branch after he allegedly demanded money from tellers at multiple locations using written notes.
Why it matters
The rapid nature of the alleged crime spree drew a heavy police response to the busy commercial district. Officials are now processing the suspect, who has a documented history of similar criminal allegations.
Anthony Matarazzo was arrested by Boston Police and is scheduled to be arraigned on a charge of armed robbery on Monday. Authorities recovered a demand note from his possession during the arrest, though no weapon was found.
The players
Anthony Matarazzo
The 68-year-old suspect was arrested by police following the series of alleged bank robberies in Chinatown.
Boston Police
The local agency responded to multiple alarms in the Chinatown area and conducted the arrest of the suspect.
The details
Matarazzo allegedly demanded $200 from tellers at East West Bank and Cathay Bank before his apprehension at a Bank of America on Washington Street. Victims provided descriptions that helped officers identify the suspect during the brief window of the alleged spree.
Timeline
The suspect attempted a bank robbery in Manhattan in 2019.
The suspect entered East West Bank at 12:15 p.m. on October 24.
A robbery alarm was reported at the Bank of America at 12:44 p.m. on October 24.
The suspect is scheduled for arraignment on October 26.
Legal Context
This arrest marks a return to a pattern of alleged criminal behavior first established by the suspect during a 2019 incident in Manhattan. The case follows established prosecutorial procedures for repeat offenders charged with armed robbery in the city.
The incident resulted in a heavy police presence across several blocks of Washington Street during the afternoon on October 24. Residents and local business owners are advised to remain vigilant while authorities finalize the investigation.
The takeaway
Authorities emphasize the importance of providing accurate suspect descriptions to aid in rapid apprehension during active crime scenes. Residents should keep identifying information readily available should they witness similar suspicious behavior.
What happens next
Anthony Matarazzo is scheduled to be arraigned on a charge of armed robbery on Monday, October 26.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Universal Hub.
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